Being Steve Nash: 07-08 Phoenix Suns Preview
The end to last season sucked. (As I type this the Sp*rs are getting their rings.) We've heard plenty of whining, complaining, conspiracy theories and trade rumors to try and cope with that fact. The new season is here.We've taken time this summer to look at how the returning players on our…
October 30, 2007, 10:00 PM ET from The Rising Suns
Chad Shinn Bloggerview - Part 1
People, people, people. I've actually got something more for you today than just me talking in circles. Thanks to the initiative of fellow Hornets blogger Ryan Schwan and the help of the one and only Michael Thompson (the Hornets Director of Corporate Communications), I was recently able to…
October 30, 2007, 9:15 PM ET from Hornets247.com Blog
Pistons cut Sammy Mejia, give final spot to Ronald Dupree
Earlier today I asked, “Does Sammy Mejia have the edge over Ronald Dupree?” We have the answer: no. From Keith Langlois at Pistons.com: The Pistons got down to the 15-man roster limit at Monday’s deadline by waiving rookie Sammy Mejia, something of a surprise since they signed him to…
October 30, 2007, 8:00 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Who will be the 2007-08 MVP?
by: Kevin Sawyer I think the most useful and meaningful discussion to have on the eve of the start of the NBA season is a baseless, pre-emptive breakdown of the MVP Race. Here are the top 10 candidates as I see them. 1. Kobe Bryant Kobe has everything going for him. He has never won the…
October 30, 2007, 7:45 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
One-on-one with Arron Afflalo
My latest from HOOPSWORLD: I chatted with Arron Afflalo before Detroit’s preseason finale last week.
October 30, 2007, 7:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
South African NBA gossip
If you read any story this week about South African soap opera gossip, let it be this one — guest-starring Chris Webber and Stephon Marbury! (hat-tip: TZ at FH)
October 30, 2007, 7:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Rasheed talks, reporters listen, Stern responds
Guess what? Rasheed Wallace sometimes says funny things. From Chris McCosky of the Detroit News: “I still don’t think they (Cavaliers) beat us, we beat ourselves,” Wallace said. “And I think we also fell victim to that personal NBA thing where they are trying to make it a…
October 30, 2007, 6:45 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Does Sammy Mejia have the edge over Ronald Dupree?
It’s not yet official, but Chris McCosky of the Detroit News speculates on his blog that Ronald Dupree will be the guy the Pistons release to get their roster down to the regular-season limit of 15. An added bonus? Sammy Mejia is bilingual: If Dupree is out, that means rookie Sammy Mejia is…
October 30, 2007, 6:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Amir Johnson and Nazr Mohammed read Need4Sheed
Natalie from Need4Sheed attended an event for Pistons season ticket holders last night and found out that Amir Johnson and Nazr Mohammed read Need4Sheed everyday. Also, check out N4S on ESPN.
October 30, 2007, 6:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Durant, Green ready for Denver
The starting five appears set. Seattle coach P.J. Carlesimo has penciled in Earl Watson (PG), Kevin Durant (SG), Damien Wilkins (SF), Chris Wilcox (PF) and Nick Collison (C) as the starting five for Wednesday’s opener at Denver. Both Durant and Jeff Green practiced on Tuesday and appear…
October 30, 2007, 6:15 PM ET from Sonics Insider by Frank Hughes
Rodney Stuckey’s injury in perspective
Rodney Stuckey didn’t just break one bone in his hand, he broke three. Krista Jahnke has the gruesome details in the Detroit Free Press: Here are some specifics: He broke his second, third and fourth metacarpals. Those are the long bones that start at the wrist and end at the first knuckle.…
October 30, 2007, 6:00 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Pistons win … but lose Rodney Stuckey
Update: Six weeks. Six long weeks. You know how everyone always used to talk about Detroit’s knack for avoiding injuries the past few years? Ah, the good old days … Lately, it seems no one can stay healthy. Amir Johnson missed all but 15 minutes of the preseason with a sprained ankle,…
October 30, 2007, 5:45 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Wednesday Morning’s Layup Drill
Chris Silva of the Detroit Free Press says Rip Hamilton will be ready by the opener: The Pistons have been cautious with Hamilton’s return, and for good reason. Asked how many practices he would need to get up to speed, Hamilton deadpanned, “One.” Coach Flip Saunders was asked…
October 30, 2007, 5:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
All-Underrated First and Second Teams
In his last post, Kevin nearly brought down the DBB servers by unintentionally antagonizing every Jason Kidd fan, family member and booster who’s ever logged onto the internet. Hopefully all the nice things he says in this post will restore the internet’s karmic balance. ____________ by…
October 30, 2007, 5:00 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Amir Johnson cleared to play
Good news: Amir Johnson practiced with the Pistons on Monday and should be able to play in the preseason finale. From Joanne Gerstner in the Detroit News: “I feel pretty good. I think I will be able to play the next game,” Johnson said, referring to the Pistons’ final exhibition…
October 30, 2007, 4:45 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Is Detroit in the Kobe Bryant mix?
From Steve Kyler on HOOPSWORLD: A new suitor seems to have emerged according to a league source. This source admits the deal sounds more fan-based than team-based but says it’s been making its way around and that’s the Detroit Pistons. According to the source an offer of Tayshaun Prince…
October 30, 2007, 4:30 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Knicks Waive Jordan, Nichols, and Russell
The Jerome James fanclub has rejoiced! NEW YORK, October 25, 2007 – New York Knickerbockers President of Basketball Operations and Head Coach Isiah Thomas announced today that guards Jared Jordan, Demetris Nichols and Walker Russell, Jr. have been waived. Jordan 6-2, 190-pounds, averaged 4.5…
October 30, 2007, 4:30 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
Texas two-step weekend open thread
I don’t have a clue what Dirk Nowitzki is saying in the video above, but consider it a little treat for any DBB readers in Germany. (There are DBB readers in Germany, right?) The Pistons are in Texas this weekend for games against the Mavs and Spurs — in fact, we’re almost…
October 30, 2007, 4:15 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
What COULD You Get For Curry?
Okay, yes, I know, I know, Isiah Thomas would never in a gazillion years trade Eddy Curry, as too much of Isiah’s identity in New York is wrapped around acquiring Eddy Curry. The Suns could call and say, “We want to become a post-up team, we’ll give you Shawn Marion for…
October 30, 2007, 4:15 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
Blakely: Amir Johnson out for season opener
A. Sherrod Blakely has a disappointing update on Amir Johnson in his blog today: The setbacks just keep on coming for Amir Johnson. The $11M man will probably sit out the season opener at Miami due to a sore Achilles tendon. It doesn’t appear to be too serious, but serious enough to where you…
October 30, 2007, 4:00 PM ET from Detroit Bad Boys
Wanted: Your Fantasy Sleepers
Folks, I’ve just agreed to join a private fantasy league on short notice that was short a guy. The draft is Friday night and I don’t have much time to assemble a sleeper list. So I’m looking for your help. I’m looking for * Players that are going to see a big jump in minutes…
October 30, 2007, 4:00 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
2007 Preseason Game 5
Don’t have time for a full write up. Just some quick hits: It was almost another one of those games. Boston started off on a 7-0 run, but I have to give credit to the Knick starters. They held in there & took a first quarter lead. Lee & Robinson also saw time with the first [...]
October 30, 2007, 3:45 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
2007 Preseason Game 3
Unfortunately last night's game wasn't televised. Luckily one of our readers received the Boston feed, and wrote up his commentary for the game (on another thread). So I decided to copy it here for preseason discussion.
October 30, 2007, 3:30 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
2007 Preseason Game 4
In last night’s loss to the Nets, the Knicks went with a shorter lineup. For most of the game, they played with only 9 guys. The Knicks starters were: Crawford, Richardson, Jeffries, Randolph, and Curry. From the bench, Isiah rotated in Lee, Chandler, Nate Robinson, and Fred Jones. For…
October 30, 2007, 3:15 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
NBA Blog Previews: Pacific Division
And finally there's the Pacific Division... Golden St. WarriorsGolden State of MindLos Angeles ClippersClipsNation.comLos Angeles LakersForum Blue & GoldWith MalicePhoenix SunsBright Side of the SunSacramento KingsSactown Royalty ArchivesCelticsBlog NBA PageOther Previews: Southwest…
October 30, 2007, 3:15 PM ET from Hornets247.com Blog
2007 Knicks Preseason Roster Crunch - Pt. 2
According to the Daily News, Fred Jones may have earned himself a roster spot...
October 30, 2007, 3:00 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
2007 Preseason Game 2
In bullet point form. Boxscore here: www.nba.com/games/20071011/TELNYK/boxscore.html?gamestatus=3 To start the game, the Knicks defense was pretty bad (Marbury, Crawford, Richardson, Lee, and Randolph). Zach was pretty poor on the block, getting muscled by Marcus Fizer. According to my notes,…
October 30, 2007, 2:45 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
2007 Knicks Preseason Roster Crunch
jon abbey Said: Mike, can you do a piece on the roster situation? I read that Houston takes them to 20 guys, do we have a list of them somewhere? when do they have to cut that to 15, by opening night? Sure thing Jon. And I do believe we have to cut the roster to 15 [...]
October 30, 2007, 2:30 PM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
OPEN THREAD: Game 1 - Warriors vs Jazz - We GSOM!
Warriors (W-L): 0-0 Jazz (W-L): 0-0 Time: 7:30pm PST TV: FSN Bay Area Radio: KNBR 680 Are you ready to kick off another exciting season? Are you ready for Opening Night? Most importantly, are you ready for GSoM Night 2?! Are - you - ready??? Oh man, I am so pumped for tomorrow.…
October 30, 2007, 12:30 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
Oakland Magazine Interview: We Still Believe in the East Bay
When it comes to GSoM friend Marcus Thompson of the Contra Costa Times, normally we're the ones doing the interviewing. But MT decided to flip the script and interview me for a piece Do You Still Believe in the Warriors? for the East Bay's finest Oakland Magazine. You know me- I'm…
October 30, 2007, 12:30 AM ET from Golden State Of Mind
2008 Season Preview: The Frontcourt
The Frontcourt This year the New York offense will center around their big men. Last year Eddy Curry shot efficiently, and was a good rebounder on the offensive end. But he struggled to find his teammates when double teamed and turned the ball over too frequently. It’s possible that Curry was…
October 30, 2007, 05:30 AM ET from KnickerBlogger.Net
Watson to start; Seattle wins first court battle
I apologize for the lack of posts but I've been working on our Sonics tab, which comes out this Wednesday. It was a pretty big news day on the Sonics front. The city of Seattle won its first battle in its suit against the Sonics, as a federal judge ruled that the dispute over the KeyArena lease…
October 30, 2007, 01:45 AM ET from Sonics Insider by Frank Hughes
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